Lars Nootbaar
Active Player
Born: 9/8/1997 in El Segundo, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2021-06-22
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Lars Taylor-Tatsuji Nootbaar
Biography
Lars Nootbaar, born in 1997, is an active professional baseball player who has made a name for himself since his debut on June 22, 2021. Currently playing as a position player, Nootbaar showcases his skills primarily with the St. Louis Cardinals. Over the course of his career, he has participated in 392 games, where he has accumulated 288 hits, 45 home runs, and 146 RBIs, showcasing his power and ability to drive in runs. He boasts a batting average of .246 and has also demonstrated speed on the bases with 24 stolen bases.
Nootbaar's playing style is characterized by an impressive combination of power and speed, making him a valuable asset in the Cardinals' lineup. As he continues to develop, he represents the new wave of players who are adapting to the modern game, emphasizing both hitting prowess and athleticism. His contributions are vital as the Cardinals aim to remain competitive in Major League Baseball, and his ongoing career holds the potential for significant achievements in the coming seasons.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 527 | 1682 | 249 | 407 | 84 | 9 | 58 | 194 | 28 | 252 | 396 | 0.242 | 0.341 | 0.406 | 0.747 | 1998.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | STL | NL | 58 | 109 | 15 | 26 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 2 | 13 | 28 | 0.239 | 26.4 |
| 2022 | STL | NL | 108 | 290 | 53 | 66 | 16 | 3 | 14 | 40 | 4 | 51 | 71 | 0.228 | 673.0 |
| 2023 | STL | NL | 117 | 426 | 74 | 111 | 23 | 1 | 14 | 46 | 11 | 72 | 99 | 0.261 | 783.6 |
| 2024 | STL | NL | 109 | 348 | 39 | 85 | 18 | 3 | 12 | 45 | 7 | 52 | 79 | 0.244 | 515.4 |
| 2025 | STL | NL | 135 | 509 | 68 | 119 | 24 | 1 | 13 | 48 | 4 | 64 | 119 | 0.234 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | NLWC2 | SLN | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 387 | 310 | 701 | 19 | 9 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | SLN | OF | 34 | 23 | 55 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | SLN | OF | 94 | 79 | 169 | 8 | 2 | 4 |
| 2023 | SLN | OF | 131 | 110 | 268 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 2024 | SLN | OF | 128 | 98 | 209 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 74 |
| Center Field | 109 |
| Right Field | 213 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |